Job Title: Product/Design Engineer
Location: Hybrid in Dearborn, MI
Job Type: W2 Contract
Expected hours per week: 40 hours per week
Schedule: 8-5pm EST Monday – Thursday (on-site) AND Friday (remote)
Pay Range: $40-$42 per hour
Summary
Our automotive client is seeking a skilled Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineer to lead the design and release of switch components used across our vehicles. This role blends electrical, mechanical, software, and vehicle-level engineering, offering broad exposure and ownership from concept through launch.
What You’ll Do
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Own the design, development, validation, and release of switch components.
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Partner with cross-functional teams (suppliers, program teams, studio, ergonomics, purchasing) to meet performance, cost, and timing targets.
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Guide suppliers in delivering DFMEA, DVP&R, 8D, specifications, drawings, and quality documentation.
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Conduct technical design reviews and support development of engineering and diagnostic specifications.
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Resolve component issues using Ford development tools and support vehicle launches as needed.
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Drive continuous improvement using lessons learned and quality feedback.
What You Bring
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3+ years of experience developing electromechanical or electrical/electronic components (automotive preferred).
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Background in Design & Release engineering with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Experience working with suppliers and cross?functional teams.
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Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- BS in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering (Master of Science preferred).
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